2013 Donelan Two Brothers Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir - 750ML
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REVIEWS

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Vinous, February 2016

The 2013 Pinot Noir Two Brothers is pretty, floral and lifted, all qualities that make it quite appealing for near and medium-term drinking. Crushed flowers, sweet red berries and cinnamon are all given an extra kick of...
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2016

I tasted two Pinot Noirs from the 2013 vintage. The 2013 Pinot Noir Two Brothers sees about 25% new oak, where it rests for 18 months prior to being bottled without filtration. About 30% whole clusters are used. This is a...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
Red
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Country
USA
Region
California
Sub-region
North Coast
Appellation
Sonoma
Vintage
2013
Size
750ML
Percent alcohol
14.2%
Closure
Cork

The 2013 Donelan Two Brothers Pinot Noir is a red wine produced in Sonoma, California, by Donelan. Crafted from Pinot Noir grapes, this wine showcases the North Coast's terroir. It features a classic cork closure and has an alcohol content of 14.2%.

According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, which awarded the wine a score of 90 points, the 2013 Two Brothers Pinot Noir is aged for 18 months in 25% new oak and is bottled without filtration. Approximately 30% whole clusters are used in its production. The wine is described as "spicy, red fruit-dominated," with hints of baking spices, pomegranate, and sweet and sour cherries. The review highlights its "soft tannins" and "dark ruby color," likening it to a Côte de Beaune, and suggests it is best enjoyed over the next 4-5 years. This review emphasizes the wine’s elegance and its balanced, approachable character.

Vinous also provided a positive review, giving the wine a score of 91 points. This review notes that the 2013 Two Brothers Pinot Noir is "pretty, floral, and lifted," qualities that make it appealing for both near and medium-term drinking. The tasting notes mention "crushed flowers, sweet red berries, and cinnamon," with an additional "savory lift" attributed to the 30% whole clusters used. Vinous acknowledges the wine’s transition to being labeled a Sonoma County wine, underscoring its regional identity.

Overall, the 2013 Donelan Two Brothers Pinot Noir is well-regarded by reviewers for its red fruit-forward profile, nuanced spiciness, and elegant structure. Both Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Vinous appreciate its complexity and balance, making it a recommended choice for those seeking a refined and versatile Pinot Noir from Sonoma.